Venice Italian Kitchen & Delicatessen

Venice had high ratings on Google so we gave it a try while on vacation. The restaurant is rather small but the staff is friendly. Seemed to have some family history. We started off with the caprese and it was nothing special. My wife and I shared the Taste of Venice which was a huge portion of food. The whole plate was smothered in marinara and cheese so it was a bit hard to discern what each of the items were. Was pretty inconsequential since most of it tasted the same. The food in general was middle of the road. Pasta was generic and the sauce was fair. Bread was bland and everything lacked seasoning. No dish was particularly bad but nothing stood out either. Luckily my wife and her family liked their meal, but I was left wondering what all the praise was for from everyone, but maybe I have different standard of what “good Italian” food tastes like. I would typically give respectful, candid, and honest feedback in situations like this but it didn’t feel appropriate given the circumstances. Not a place I would revisit.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 4

If you are looking for slices of pizza, this place only offers pizza pies, among other Italian fare. Owner was very kind and gave us our drinks for free, I didnt eat here, I wanted slices

Service: 5

Family place. Little rough but we are from Philly so that’s no big deal.
The food was great!! Hot and quick!
You want good Italian? This is the place.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely amazing Italian food! Hometown friendly staff, quaint local spot absolutely worth every penny!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time and I can said is the Best Italian Food ever. That lasagna was Stunning!!!!!! The customer services was Amazing!!! I will recommend any one to go

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I did delivery thru doordash, ordered the 5 topping pizza with pepperoni, sausage, onions, mushroom, and peppers. The pizza crust was really good!

Food: 5

Service: 5

This was the best lasagna I've literally ever had in my entire life. The restaurant itself is tiny and you may want to order to go if you have a party larger than 5. Otherwise the food is absolutely amazing!! My dad had a Reuben he said it was phenomenal. The lasagna was to die for and my mom had the chicken parm. Which was also amazing!!!10/10 would recommend this place to anyone!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

10 of us came in. Great food. Great staff.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love everything, excellent staff ..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good eggplant parm. Great service.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Edited on the next day, we went back! We split The Taste of Venice. Great Marinara Sauce. They must simmer it all day. Original review follows: Worth it! The food is great! Staff are friendly, even at the end of the day. Best antipasta salad I've ever had. Slightly non-traditional, they serve it with lettuce and Italian dressing. Cauliflower and mushrooms are pickled, red peppers are roasted. Meat cold cuts are generous. Pretty presentation. Warm Italian loaf bread and olive oil are wonderful. No alcohol sales, but of note, they carry fresca.
Small place, so come early and be patient. Service is not slow, but you may not be instaneously seated and served. They do a brisk takeout business as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food, great service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food. The fried raviolis deserve an award.

Food: 5

What a gem! Delicious (and fresh) food, kind service, and a local vibe for the whole family to enjoy. Will definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Small very friendly spot with tremendous Italian food! Garden salad and pasta with meat sauce + an excellent Italian sausage. Huge portions. What a find!

Food: 5

Service: 5